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Staff AccountantFull-Time · Remote · $70,000–$85,000Implementation EngineersWe Don’t Consult. We Implement.About Implementation EngineersImplementation Engineers is a performance-based operations consultancy specializing in transforming productivity, profitability, and culture for clients around the world. For over 60 years, our teams have delivered measurable results through hands-on implementation -- not slide decks. Our finance team is expanding with a highly skilled Staff Accountant who thrives in a project-based, professional services environment and brings strong discipline, accuracy, and analytical rigor to every part of the accounting cycle.The RoleThe Staff Accountant is a central operational role responsible for the transactional engine that supports IE’s financial health. This includes accounts receivable, accounts payable, contractor payments, project billing support, GST compliance, and weekly/monthly journal entries that impact cash flow, gross margin visibility, and financial reporting. This position ensures clean billing, accurate project financials, timely vendor/contractor payments, compliant GST reporting, and audit-ready documentation.If you have worked in consulting, engineering, staffing, or other project-based services, you already understand the cadence and complexity this role demands.What You Will OwnAccounts ReceivablePrepare accurate client invoices aligned to project contracts, fee schedules, and portal requirements.Maintain AR detail, record receipts, monitor aging, and drive proactive follow-up on past-due items.Manage and update commission schedules tied to invoicing activity.Maintain GST trackers, as appropriate, for clients and contractors.Accounts Payable & Vendor ManagementProcess vendor and contractor invoices with correct project attribution.Maintain visibility to time-based billing, trackers, and contract terms to ensure accuracy.Prepare scheduled payment batches and ensure clean supporting documentation.Contractor Pay Collect and validate weekly contractor time data aligned to project billing.Coordinate bi-weekly ACH/wire payment runs for contractors.Maintain accurate reconciliations and project-level linkage of contractor costs.General Ledger & Journal EntriesPrepare recurring weekly journal entries (labor allocation, prepaids, intercompany items, etc.).Support account reconciliations including AR, AP, accruals, GST, and project-level balances.Tax, GST & ComplianceMaintain GST tracking and file GST returns accurately and on schedule.Support compliance for contractor tax requirements.Support quarterly tax estimates, year-end filings, and supporting schedules.Reporting & DashboardsMaintain monthly financial KPIs and update weekly cash, utilization, and project financial summaries.Provide clear, well-structured financial reporting to the CFO for decision-making.Month-End / Year-End ClosePrepare reconciliations, support journal entries, and maintain audit-ready documentation.Assist with year-end audit requests and rolling financial reviews.Client & Vendor RelationsServe as professional point of contact for vendor setup, PO questions, tax documents, and payment inquiries.Partner with project leaders to resolve billing and contract questions cleanly and efficiently.What Success Looks LikeClient invoices are accurate, timely, and aligned to project agreements.Contractor and vendor payments are clean, documented, and predictable.AR aging is healthy, with proactive communication and minimal escalations.Project financials, utilization data, and dashboards are accurate and current.GST reporting is error-free and on time every cycle.Month-end moves faster because journal entries and reconciliations are reliable.What You BringBachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA a plus).5 years of accounting experience in a professional services or project-based business is required.Experience with Sage, ADP, or similar ERP/payroll systems.Advanced Excel skills and comfort with multi-system workflows and client billing portals.High accuracy, organizational strength, and disciplined documentation habits.Ability to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment.Strong communication, follow-through, and service mindset.Why Join IE?Fully Remote Work EnvironmentHigh-impact role with direct exposure to the CFO and leadershipFast-paced, collaborative culture where your work matters every dayCompetitive salary benefitsOpportunity to grow in a firm built on performance and accountabilityBe part of an exciting team that transforms operations -- and help build the financial engine behind it! Apply today at www.implementation.com.
Salary : $53,300 - $70,200